What
kind of person thinks like that? An innovator. That attention
to detail, that belief that there is always something new to
discover, some technical advantage available, is at the heart
of Nike footware design.
More
than ever, Nike research and development is uncovering new
ways to enhance performance. Reducing weight, developing new
sizing and fit concepts, rethinking the traditional mix of
outsole, midsole and upper, new materials and closure systems,
sustainability in production, every aspect of athletic shoe
design is in a state of continual evolution.
Cushioning systems need to reduce shock, distribute
pressure, protect from impact and offer comfort. Nike has
invested and achieved more in the figuring out how to do this
than any other sports company.
Durable. Versatile. Revolutionary. Nike Air was the
first air technology developed at Nike, and it changed the way
we think about cushioning: encapsulated air to cushion the
footstrike in athletic shoes. It remains the standard in
impact protection more than 20 years after its debut.
Maximum impact cushioning. The brutal, repetitive,
downward force of sport can wreak havoc on the body - and on
performance. Max Air cushioning is specifically engineered to
handle these impacts and provide protection. Max Air is big
air designed to take a pounding.
Lightweight, super-responsive performance
cushioning. Incredibly thin, Zoom Air brings the foot closer
to the ground, for optimum feel and aggressive
maneuverability. Very light. Very responsive.
A
revolution in cushioning and impact protection. Nike Shox
technology provides an optimal environment for cushioning, a
slower rate of impact loading (which helps reduce the risk of
impact-related injuries) and a uniquely responsive feel. The
highly resilient foam in Nike Shox columns is made of
energy-efficient material that enhances durability and
spring.